UNITED KINGDOM / AGILITYPR.NEWS / August 22, 2025 / The UK’s logistics sector may not always make headlines, but its role in keeping the nation moving cannot be overstated. According to The Logistics Report 2025, published by Logistics UK, the industry contributes an impressive £170 billion to the economy and employs more than 8% of the national workforce.

Without it, shelves would remain empty, supply chains would falter, and the economy would grind to a halt. With warehouses, retailers, and logistics firms under constant pressure to meet consumer expectations, the sector’s success relies not only on large-scale infrastructure but also on the dependable tools that support everyday operations.

Just as the logistics sector is an unsung hero of the UK economy, the staple hand pallet truck has long been the unsung hero of logistics itself. While it may not boast the complexity of advanced automation, its role in moving goods quickly, safely, and reliably remains fundamental to warehouses and distribution centres up and down the country.

Phil Chesworth, Managing Director at Midland Pallet Trucks, said, “The logistics sector keeps the UK running, and yet it rarely gets the recognition it deserves. In many ways, pallet trucks share that same story - they’re simple, dependable, and often overlooked, but without them many warehouses simply wouldn’t function.

“Just as logistics underpins the economy, tools like weighing scale pallet trucks and high lift pallet trucks underpin logistics. We’re proud to play a small but essential role in helping this £170 billion industry continue to thrive.”

As e-commerce demand continues to rise and consumer expectations grow sharper, the pressures on the logistics sector are only set to increase. Manual handling equipment may not always be front of mind when considering how to strengthen the industry, but it is the backbone of day-to-day efficiency. From easing the burden on warehouse operatives to ensuring safe and swift goods movement, the right tools make all the difference.

By continuing to champion reliability and quality in manual handling, Midland Pallet Trucks will continue to support the wider logistics sector, ensuring that the often-unseen workforce and infrastructure behind the UK’s economy can keep moving - no matter what challenges lie ahead.

For more information on Midland Pallet Trucks’ range of products, visit https://www.midlandpallettrucks.com.